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IAB 1200ml Review | 48 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Dehumidification capacity:0.5 L/dayMaximum room area:30 m²Maximum noise level:25 dB

IAB 1200ml Review: Compare 48 specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Dehumidifiers category and whether it is worth buying.

4.8

Overall score

Score
4.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the dehumidifier, combining technical performance and user feedback.
When it matters
When you want a quick, balanced view of the strongest dehumidifiers for controlling excess moisture.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

90%

4.5

Technical Score

10%

7.6

User score

▼Worse than 78% of dehumidifiers
4.5

Technical Score

Technical score
4.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the dehumidifier's technical performance across three areas: performance, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare moisture-removal capacity, room coverage, noise, efficiency, functions, and portability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

80%

4.1

Performance

15%

5.5

Features

5%

7.3

Design

▼Worse than 78% of dehumidifiers
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A score combining user ratings with the number of reviews received by the dehumidifier.
When it matters
When you want to understand day-to-day reliability and owner satisfaction over time.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 413 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 86% of dehumidifiers
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Verdict

The IAB thermoelectric mini dehumidifier relies on semiconductor condensation technology to extract up to 500 ml of moisture per day from the air under optimal conditions of 30°C and 80% relative humidity. Operating at a highly efficient 21 to 25 watts with a daily power consumption of approximately 0.72 kWh, this compact device features two speed settings, a 5-color LED ambient light, a digital display, and a low operating noise level of just 25 to 30 dB. Its principal pros include whisper-quiet operation ideal for bedrooms, an integrated handle on its lightweight 1.6 kg frame for effortless portability, and an auto-shutoff mechanism with a red indicator light that prevents water overflow. However, major cons include its limited extraction capacity that restricts effectiveness to small, enclosed residential rooms, alongside mixed user feedback regarding its efficiency in severely damp environments.

Technical Specifications of dehumidifier IAB 1200ml

Technical Score
Technical score
4.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the dehumidifier's technical performance across three areas: performance, features, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare moisture-removal capacity, room coverage, noise, efficiency, functions, and portability.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

80%

4.1

Performance

15%

5.5

Features

5%

7.3

Design

4.5
IAB 1200ml has a technical score of 4.5 points, lower than 78.5% of dehumidifiers.
User score
User score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A score combining user ratings with the number of reviews received by the dehumidifier.
When it matters
When you want to understand day-to-day reliability and owner satisfaction over time.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 413 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.6
IAB 1200ml has a user score of 7.55 points, lower than 86.5% of dehumidifiers.
Popularity
Popularity
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on how many user reviews the dehumidifier has received.
When it matters
When you prefer a widely purchased and extensively reviewed dehumidifier.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 56% of models
Popularity:
IAB 1200ml has a popularity score of 7.4 points, higher than 56% of dehumidifiers.
7.4
IAB 1200ml has a popularity score of 7.4 points, higher than 56% of dehumidifiers.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator combining the dehumidifier's overall evaluation with its price.
When it matters
When you want strong moisture-control performance and useful features for the money.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components:

60%

4.8

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

6.3
IAB 1200ml has a value-for-money score of 6.3 points, higher than 49% of dehumidifiers.
Technology
condensing
Power
30 W
Power
30 W
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <23 W – >570 W
This dehumidifier draws 30 W, which is lower than the power draw of 89.3% of dehumidifiers.
Dehumidification capacity
0.5 L/day
Dehumidification capacity
0.5 L/day
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <0.35 L/day – >30 L/day
This dehumidifier removes up to 0.5 L/day, which is lower than the daily extraction of 84.9% of dehumidifiers and equal to that of 2% of dehumidifiers.
Maximum airflow rate
?
Maximum room area
30 m²
Maximum room area
30 m²
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <15 m² – >90 m²
This dehumidifier is rated for rooms up to 30 m², which is smaller than that of 54.2% of dehumidifiers and equal to that of 7% of dehumidifiers.
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Fan
yes
Drying mode
no
Anti-freeze
no
Automatic shut-off when full
yes
Timer
no
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Color
white
Material
plastic
Display
yes
Display position
front
Control type
touch
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IAB 1200ml vs the average dehumidifier

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  • 18 dB lower maximum noise
    Maximum noise level
    25 dB
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <35 dB – >50 dB
    This dehumidifier is quieter at maximum fan speed than the average dehumidifier (25 dB vs 43 dB).
    25 dB vs 43 dB
  • 240 W lower power draw
    Power
    30 W
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <23 W – >570 W
    This dehumidifier draws less power than the average dehumidifier (30 W vs 270 W).
    30 W vs 270 W
  • 85.5% lighter
    Weight
    1.6 kg
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 kg – >16 kg
    This dehumidifier is lighter than the average dehumidifier (1.6 kg vs 11 kg). The average dehumidifier weighs 11 kg.
    1.6 kg vs 11 kg
  • 10.7 cm shallower body
    Depth
    12.3 cm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <13 cm – >29 cm
    This dehumidifier sits flatter against walls than the average dehumidifier (12.3 cm vs 23 cm).
    12.3 cm vs 23 cm
  • 13.9 cm narrower body
    Width
    18.1 cm
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <15.5 cm – >38.5 cm
    This dehumidifier has a narrower front profile than the average dehumidifier (18.1 cm vs 32 cm).
    18.1 cm vs 32 cm
  • 23.1 cm shorter body
    Height
    26.9 cm
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <24 cm – >60 cm
    This dehumidifier has a lower profile than the average dehumidifier (26.9 cm vs 50 cm).
    26.9 cm vs 50 cm
  • 4.29x cheaper
    IAB 1200ml is cheaper than the average dehumidifier (£35 vs £150).
    £35 vs £150
  • 4.7% more popular
    IAB 1200ml has a higher popularity score than the average dehumidifier (7.41 vs 7.1).
    7.41 vs 7.08
  • 4.29x cheaper
    IAB 1200ml is cheaper than the average dehumidifier (£35 vs £150).
    £35 vs £150
  • 4.7% more popular
    IAB 1200ml has a higher popularity score than the average dehumidifier (7.41 vs 7.1).
    7.41 vs 7.08
  • 18 dB lower maximum noise
    Maximum noise level
    25 dB
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <35 dB – >50 dB
    This dehumidifier is quieter at maximum fan speed than the average dehumidifier (25 dB vs 43 dB).
    25 dB vs 43 dB
  • 240 W lower power draw
    Power
    30 W
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <23 W – >570 W
    This dehumidifier draws less power than the average dehumidifier (30 W vs 270 W).
    30 W vs 270 W
  • 85.5% lighter
    Weight
    1.6 kg
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.2 kg – >16 kg
    This dehumidifier is lighter than the average dehumidifier (1.6 kg vs 11 kg). The average dehumidifier weighs 11 kg.
    1.6 kg vs 11 kg
  • 10.7 cm shallower body
    Depth
    12.3 cm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <13 cm – >29 cm
    This dehumidifier sits flatter against walls than the average dehumidifier (12.3 cm vs 23 cm).
    12.3 cm vs 23 cm
  • 13.9 cm narrower body
    Width
    18.1 cm
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <15.5 cm – >38.5 cm
    This dehumidifier has a narrower front profile than the average dehumidifier (18.1 cm vs 32 cm).
    18.1 cm vs 32 cm
  • 23.1 cm shorter body
    Height
    26.9 cm
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <24 cm – >60 cm
    This dehumidifier has a lower profile than the average dehumidifier (26.9 cm vs 50 cm).
    26.9 cm vs 50 cm
  • 13 L/day lower extraction capacity
    Dehumidification capacity
    0.5 L/day
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <0.35 L/day – >30 L/day
    This dehumidifier delivers lower moisture extraction than the average dehumidifier (0.5 L/day vs 13.5 L/day).
    0.5 L/day vs 13.5 L/day
  • 1.3 L smaller water tank
    Water tank capacity
    1.2 L
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 L – >5.8 L
    This dehumidifier has a smaller water tank than the average dehumidifier (1.2 L vs 2.5 L).
    1.2 L vs 2.5 L
  • 10 °C higher minimum temperature
    Minimum operating temperature
    15 °C
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <2 °C – >15 °C
    This dehumidifier requires warmer conditions to operate than the average dehumidifier (15 °C vs 5 °C).
    15 °C vs 5 °C
  • 4 m² less room coverage
    Maximum room area
    30 m²
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <15 m² – >90 m²
    This dehumidifier covers smaller rooms than the average dehumidifier (30 m² vs 34 m²).
    30 m² vs 34 m²
  • 2 °C lower maximum temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    30 °C
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <30 °C – >35 °C
    This dehumidifier tolerates lower ambient heat than the average dehumidifier (30 °C vs 32 °C).
    30 °C vs 32 °C
  • 7.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A score combining user ratings with the number of reviews received by the dehumidifier.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand day-to-day reliability and owner satisfaction over time.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    IAB 1200ml
    the average dehumidifier
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    IAB 1200ml has a lower user score than the average dehumidifier (7.55 vs 8.145).
    7.55 vs 8.15
  • 5 m³ less room volume
    Maximum room volume
    75 m³
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <38 m³ – >225 m³
    This dehumidifier handles smaller room volumes than the average dehumidifier (75 m³ vs 80 m³).
    Derived from room area (30 m² * 2.5m ceiling height)
    75 m³ vs 80 m³
  • 7.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A score combining user ratings with the number of reviews received by the dehumidifier.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand day-to-day reliability and owner satisfaction over time.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    IAB 1200ml
    the average dehumidifier
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    IAB 1200ml has a lower user score than the average dehumidifier (7.55 vs 8.145).
    7.55 vs 8.15
  • 13 L/day lower extraction capacity
    Dehumidification capacity
    0.5 L/day
    ▼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <0.35 L/day – >30 L/day
    This dehumidifier delivers lower moisture extraction than the average dehumidifier (0.5 L/day vs 13.5 L/day).
    0.5 L/day vs 13.5 L/day
  • 1.3 L smaller water tank
    Water tank capacity
    1.2 L
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1 L – >5.8 L
    This dehumidifier has a smaller water tank than the average dehumidifier (1.2 L vs 2.5 L).
    1.2 L vs 2.5 L
  • 10 °C higher minimum temperature
    Minimum operating temperature
    15 °C
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <2 °C – >15 °C
    This dehumidifier requires warmer conditions to operate than the average dehumidifier (15 °C vs 5 °C).
    15 °C vs 5 °C
  • 4 m² less room coverage
    Maximum room area
    30 m²
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <15 m² – >90 m²
    This dehumidifier covers smaller rooms than the average dehumidifier (30 m² vs 34 m²).
    30 m² vs 34 m²
  • 2 °C lower maximum temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    30 °C
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <30 °C – >35 °C
    This dehumidifier tolerates lower ambient heat than the average dehumidifier (30 °C vs 32 °C).
    30 °C vs 32 °C
  • 5 m³ less room volume
    Maximum room volume
    75 m³
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <38 m³ – >225 m³
    This dehumidifier handles smaller room volumes than the average dehumidifier (75 m³ vs 80 m³).
    Derived from room area (30 m² * 2.5m ceiling height)
    75 m³ vs 80 m³

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Third-party reviews

Based on 413 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about IAB 1200ml?

  • Extremely quiet operation, making it ideal for bedrooms and workspaces.
  • Very low power consumption, allowing for energy-efficient continuous use.
  • Compact, lightweight design with a built-in handle for easy portability.
  • Reliable automatic shut-off and clear visual alerts when the 1200ml tank is full.
  • Aesthetically pleasing built-in multi-color LED ambient night light.

What customers dislike about IAB 1200ml?

  • Limited moisture extraction capacity compared to full-size compressor models.
  • Not suitable for large rooms, open-plan spaces, or heavy, persistent dampness.
  • Lacks advanced custom humidity controls or precision adjustment settings.
  • No continuous drainage hose option, requiring regular manual emptying.
  • Significantly reduced efficiency in colder environments below 15°C.

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